Plymouth Tree People
Analysis
Plymouth Tree People is a registered charity in England and Wales, based in Plymouth. It was registered in May 2015, 11 years ago. Its declared purposes cover environment/conservation/heritage, which this site groups under environment and conservation. Legally it is a charitable incorporated organisation (CIO). It says it provides services.
In the financial year ending March 2026, Plymouth Tree People reported income of £148k and spending of £92k, leaving 37% of income unspent that year. Across the 5 years on record, from March 2022 to March 2026, income grew from £1,762 to £148k (+8273%), an average of +202% a year. The sharpest change came in the year to March 2024, when income rose by 1538%. Over the whole period it spent 66% of the income it received.
Among 4,574 England and Wales charities whose main cause is environment and conservation and that reported income, Plymouth Tree People sits at the 82nd percentile: it is larger than about 82% of them. Against every charity in England and Wales with reported income it ranks in the 77th percentile. Charities of a similar size with the same main cause include Cymdeithas Rheilffordd Eryri (£147k), Colchester North District Scout Council (£148k) and The Exmoor Society (£147k).
Income and spending
Where the income comes from
- Other 100%
In the charity's own words
Manages a network of volunteers and professionals who work to conserve and improve urban trees.Arranges meetings to educate people about trees. Manages the Family Tree Scheme in Plymouth.Encourages groups to suggest places for new tree planting, and co-ordinates delivery actions.Keeps a record of newly planted trees and ensures they receive the nurture required.
Similar-sized charities, same cause
| Charity | Location | Income |
|---|---|---|
| Cymdeithas Rheilffordd Eryri | Caernarfon | £147k |
| Colchester North District Scout Council | Suffolk | £148k |
| The Exmoor Society | Somerset | £147k |
| The Steel Valley Project | Sheffield | £148k |